Yamaha Tenere 700 (2019)
2019 Yamaha Tenere 700
CarHunch analysed 396 real MOT records for the 2019 Yamaha Tenere 700. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Yamaha Tenere 700 is a genuinely reliable bike, posting an 88.4% first-time MOT pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%. Only 5.3% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests this adventure bike is built to a solid standard.
At just under 10,200 miles median mileage, these bikes are either well-ridden or still relatively young, but either way they're averaging only 0.23 failures per MOT—owners rarely face serious repair bills. If you're considering one, pull a full service history and check that oil and chain maintenance are up to date, as the 0.9 advisories per vehicle suggest minor wear items need routine attention rather than major components failing.
What to check before buying a 2019 Yamaha Tenere 700
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 388 | 88.2% | 0.23 |
| Other (2%) | 8 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Yamaha Tenere 700 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2019 Yamaha Tenere 700 vehicles fall between 5,794 and 14,195 miles.
2019 Yamaha Tenere 700 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 296 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
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